Mercury 2 Core Round Mains Cable 1.5mm² Black 100m - BS6500 VDE Approved

The Mercury is a 2-core round mains cable with 1.5mm² cross-sectional area conductors, each built from 48 strands of 0.2mm copper wire. The twin cores sit inside a 7.4mm diameter black PVC outer sheath, providing a flexible, general-purpose cable for fixed lighting circuits, portable appliances and low-power electrical installations rated up to 15A at 230V.

Designed for residential and light commercial use, the cable suits applications including replacement flex on table lamps and floor lamps, wiring for outdoor low-voltage lighting transformers, connections for audio equipment and powered speakers, and general fixed wiring where a flexible 2-core cable is required. The round profile and PVC sheath allow the cable to be routed through conduit, trunking or surface-mounted clips. The 100m reel provides sufficient length for multiple lighting circuits or workshop installations without joins.

Both the cable construction and the PVC insulation material meet BSI BS6500 and VDE standards, certifying the cable for safe use in UK and European installations. The multi-strand construction (48 strands per core rather than a solid conductor) gives the cable flexibility for routing around corners and through tight spaces without work-hardening or fracturing the copper. The black outer sheath resists UV degradation better than lighter colours when used in semi-exposed locations such as under-eave mounting or interior garage wiring.

What is this cable suitable for?

The 1.5mm² 2-core construction suits lighting circuits, portable appliance flex replacement, low-voltage lighting transformer connections, and general fixed wiring where a flexible 2-core cable rated to 15A is required. It is not suitable for ring mains or high-current appliances.

Is it approved for UK installation?

Yes. The cable is certified to BSI BS6500 and VDE standards, making it compliant for use in UK and European fixed installations. Always engage a qualified electrician for mains-voltage wiring work.

Why is the cable multi-strand rather than solid core?

The 48-strand construction per core gives the cable flexibility for routing through conduit, around corners and through tight spaces without work-hardening or fracturing the copper. Solid-core cable of the same CSA would be rigid and prone to metal fatigue when repeatedly bent.

Can it be used outdoors?

The PVC sheath provides moisture resistance and UV resistance in semi-exposed locations such as under-eave mounting or interior outbuildings. For direct burial or continuous outdoor exposure, a cable with an armoured or weatherproof sheath rated for outdoor use would be more appropriate.